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Hand Hoist

A hand hoist is a mechanical device used to lift or raise heavy loads manually. It employs a rope and pulley system to provide mechanical advantage, allowing a user to lift objects far exceeding their own strength.

Material:

• Frame: Typically constructed from high-strength steel alloys for durability and resistance to deformation under load.
• Pulley(s): Made of steel or alloy steel, often with bearings for smooth operation and reduced friction.
• Rope/Chain: High-tensile steel wire rope or chain is used for lifting, selected based on load capacity and application. Chain hoists generally offer greater durability and lower maintenance in harsh environments.
• Hook(s): Forged steel hooks, designed with a safety latch to prevent accidental disengagement.
• Gear Mechanism: Steel gears provide the mechanical advantage.

Purpose:

• Lifting and lowering heavy objects.
• Positioning loads for assembly, maintenance, or transport.
• Applications where powered lifting equipment is impractical or unavailable.

Function:

Hand hoists operate on the principle of mechanical advantage. The user applies force to a hand chain or lever, which rotates a gear system. This gear system then pulls the lifting rope or chain, raising the attached load. The gear ratio determines the amount of force required to lift a given weight. A higher gear ratio requires less effort but results in slower lifting speed.

Usage Scenarios:

• Construction: Lifting building materials, tools, and equipment.
• Warehousing & Logistics: Moving and positioning pallets, machinery, and other heavy items.
• Automotive Repair: Lifting engines, transmissions, and other vehicle components.
• Manufacturing: Positioning parts for assembly, maintenance, or inspection.
• Marine: Lifting cargo and equipment on ships and docks.
• Emergency Services: Vehicle extrication and rescue operations.

Common Types:

• Chain Hoists: Utilize a chain as the lifting medium. Known for their durability, lower maintenance, and ability to handle heavier loads. Available in manual and electric versions.
• Wire Rope Hoists: Employ steel wire rope for lifting. Generally more affordable than chain hoists but require more frequent inspection and maintenance.
• Lever Hoists: Use a lever mechanism to provide a high mechanical advantage, suitable for short lifts and precise positioning. Often used in applications where space is limited.
• Ratchet Hoists: Similar to lever hoists, utilizing a ratchet mechanism for controlled lifting and lowering.
• Come-Alongs: A type of hand hoist designed for pulling loads horizontally, often used for dragging or positioning objects.

Hand hoists are pulley tackle and hoists, other than skip hoists, and are generally used for lifting and lowering materials. They can be powered by electric motors or operated manually. The following HS codes may be relevant based on the provided information:

• 8425110000: Pulley tackle and hoists other than skip hoists; winches and capstans; jacks: Pulley tackle and hoists other than skip hoists or hoists of a kind used for raising vehicles: Powered by electric motor. This code applies to electrically powered hand hoists.

  • 84: Chapter 84 covers machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof.
  • 25: Heading 8425 specifically covers pulley tackle and hoists, winches, and capstans.
  • 11: Subheading 8425.11 further specifies pulley tackle and hoists powered by electric motors.

• 8425190000: Pulley tackle and hoists other than skip hoists; winches and capstans; jacks: Pulley tackle and hoists other than skip hoists or hoists of a kind used for raising vehicles: Other. This code applies to hand hoists that are not powered by electric motors (i.e., manual hand hoists).

  • 84: Chapter 84 covers machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof.
  • 25: Heading 8425 specifically covers pulley tackle and hoists, winches, and capstans.
  • 19: Subheading 8425.19 further specifies pulley tackle and hoists that are not powered by electric motors.

• 8431100010: Parts suitable for use solely or principally with the machinery of headings 8425 to 8430: Of machinery of heading 8425 Of machinery of subheading 8425.11 or 8425.19. This code applies to parts specifically designed for use with the hand hoists covered by 8425.11 or 8425.19.

  • 84: Chapter 84 covers machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof.
  • 31: Heading 8431 covers parts suitable for use with machinery in headings 8425-8430.
  • 10: Subheading 8431.10 further specifies parts for machinery of heading 8425.

Important Note: Both 8425110000 and 8425190000 have a base tariff of 0.0%, a surcharge tariff of 25.0%, and a surcharge tariff of 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 55.0%.